L i f e s t Fall 2015
Idaho L i f e s t y l e
Water Front Estate
Modern Spanish home on .39 acres 800watersford.com Sip & Savor | Things To Do | Hike Idaho
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Barbacoa: A Foodie’s Dream Come True Barbacoa’s magic begins with its exquisite décor and ambiance and lives in the deft hand of award winning chef, Enrique Martinez. From the moment you enter, your senses are thrilled to explore the sights, scents & sounds of this fabulous eatery. Begin the experience with an array of appetizers. One of the tastiest is hands down the tableside guacamole and handmade chips. A server trolley rolls up to your table with a cart loaded with the freshest ingredients. Mild or spicy, the choice is yours. Next, how about a salad to share? My pick, their signature Caesar salad, grilled over an open flame with hot creamy smoked tomato polenta croutons. For an entrée, why not indulge in the locally produced, certified Angus Beef? Dry & aged in house for 31 days, presented on ironwood platters decorated with horseshoes. Not to
THINGS TO DO
It’s time to put away your bikini and break out the winter wear. Fall & Winter have arrived in Boise and there’s no better time of year! I guess our summer lovers could argue the point however, how can one resist multi-colored tree-lined streets, doorsteps donning festive wreaths, & not to mention the season’s warmest comfort foods. Just because the temperature drops doesn’t mean we’re bound to stay indoors. How about visiting these “Hot Spots:”
mention, your choice of 16 different sides. May I
Winter Garden Aglow ~ Idaho Botanical Garden
suggest the Four Cheese, Serrano Ham, Mac &
You may have seen the Garden in bloom in summer, but have you seen
Cheese? Lastly, dessert! The menu offers dazzling
it glow in the winter? This year marks the 19th annual Winter Garden
desserts fit for a king and if it’s your birthday, the
aglow at the Idaho Botanical Garden. Enjoy a dazzling display of over
restaurant serves grape flavored homemade cotton
300,000 sparkling lights artfully displayed throughout the holiday season.
candy in a hallowed out dome shape with a bite size brownie and candle in the middle as a special gift. An item that isn’t even on the menu.
Special guests, Santa and his reindeer Prancer, will visit from the North Pole and the Holiday Express Train will wind its way through the glowing winter wonderland. Local choirs will fill the air with music on select
Barbacoa is a treat for any occasion, romantic dinner
nights. Visit the Garden Store for special ‘holiday specs’ to turn the
dates or a night out with the family. Don’t forget to
twinkling lights into holiday symbols and characters!
make a reservation, and if the weather permits, ask for a patio table!
First Thursday: First Thursday takes place on the first Thursday of each month, throughout downtown Boise. The event takes place from 5:00-9:00 p.m. and focuses on providing downtown visitors the chance to stroll through the unique shops and galleries in downtown, while enjoying in-
Barbacoa ~ 276 Bobwhite Ct, Boise, ID 83706
store entertainment and special events.
Hike Idaho Bogus Basin: A skier’s dream with 3000 acres of skiing and 37,000 Nordic trails, snowshoe trails, tubing trails, and so much more. Bogus is open from mid-November through mid-April depending on weather. They have
Trail to Alice Lake Distance: 11.4 miles in & out
detailed snow reports on their website so you always know what the slopes are like before you decide to spend the day there. Who Doesn’t Love a Train Ride? Embark on an incredible journey at The Polar Express: Believe the magic this Holiday season when a 1¼ hour round-trip excursion comes to life as the train departs the Bryson City depot for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests on board will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. Children’s faces show the magic of the season when the train arrives at the North Pole to find Santa Claus waiting. Santa will board THE POLAR EXPRESS, greeting each child and presenting them with a special gift as in the story, their own silver sleigh bell. Christmas carols will be sung as they return back to the Bryson City Depot. Thunder Mountain Line: Dinner with Santa Travel with Santa and his star elf to Santa’s village! The kids will love the festive holiday decorated cars, Christmas music, and Holiday Christmas coloring books with visits from Santa up and back! Children will meet and greet Santa during their meal and enjoy viewing the festive lights at Santa’s Village from the train! Meals will be served on the train for each family with assigned seating. Guests will not deBoard the train at Santa’s Village, but will be able to take photos from open air cars. Each train ride is 1.5 hours roundtrip to Montour. Holiday Dinner Train: The Holiday Dinner Train is a festive train ride in a winter wonderland. Enjoy a gourmet holiday dinner served by a friendly staff aboard beautiful dining cars. Complete the evening with a stop at Banks and enjoy the holiday spirit with old fashioned Christmas carolers! Each train ride is 3.0 hours roundtrip to Banks.
This breathtaking hike departs from Pettit Lake, located at the base of the Sawtooth Mountain Range, about 20 miles south of Stanley. After one mile of level hiking through sage brush and forest, the route enters the Sawtooth Wilderness and climbs a narrow canyon. Over-the-shoulder views of the Sawtooth Basin and the While Cloud Mountains are sensational. The trail eventually leads to the nearly one-mile long Alice Lake, one of the most spectacular lakes in the Sawtooth Range. Source: Hiking Idaho Guidebook
R E A L T Y
Jackie Rudolph Realtor (M): 208.369.7699 syringarealty.com Jackie@syringarealty.com
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, I’d love the opportunity to earn your business. Contact me today.
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